If you think this word often used when referencing and citing authors ‘et al..’ doesn’t sound like an English word, you are absolutely right. It is a Latin word! Do you know the meaning and how to use et al. correctly? All the answers you seek must be carefully explained in this article in an […]
An apostrophe is often abused. You’ll see words like Do’s and don’ts! What? The millennials will always lament about the 2000’s children. Haha! Enough jokes already but you get the point. Punctuation marks determine the clarity of your writing. Editors like me take it seriously. Welcome to WritersGig’s apostrophe class. What is an Apostrophe? An
As a writer, one of the conjunctions that can elevate your writing is the correlative pair “neither” and “nor.” How do you use ‘nor’ in a sentence? Does it always have to go with the word ‘neither’? “Nor” is a negative conjunction, meaning it tells the reader of the absence of something. Although “nor” is
A dash is that one punctuation that is often used wrongly. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); When it comes to writing, every word, mark, and punctuation have a purpose. And just like they say, if the purpose is not known, abuse is inevitable. Any error, especially in punctuation can make your work portray a different
Finding the right job boards can make all the difference in landing quality gigs and building your portfolio. As a freelance writer, having access to the best job boards can open up opportunities you never knew existed. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle or hoping to turn your writing passion into a full-time career,
Are you a freelance writer looking for more job opportunities in 2024? With the rise of remote work, there are more freelance writing sites than ever before. But which ones are the best for finding high-paying gigs and building a successful freelance career? Freelance writing has become a popular and lucrative career choice for many
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Anyone who can just put words together can call themselves a writer. Some time ago, anyone with whom you networked on social media would address themselves with a beautiful writer title: “prolific writer” or “seasoned expert writer”. Just a little conversation with them will reveal that they do not know Jack about the niche in
Picture this: You’ve just landed a lucrative freelance writing gig, and you’re excited to get started. You pour your heart and soul into crafting the perfect piece, only to find out later that your client has disappeared without paying you. Sound familiar? Unfortunately, many freelance writers have experienced this nightmare scenario at some point in
Landing my first job on a freelance website as a beginner was a herculean task. After spending a lot of time optimizing my profile, doing some free jobs just to build my portfolio, my first client paid a meager amount because I was an amateur. In her words, “I am giving you an opportunity to
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When I first started writing, reading wasn’t part of the plan. I just used to conduct research, write my content, and go on with life until my content manager gave me a topic, “becoming a Buddhist monk in lesser time.” That topic shook me to my bones. I had no idea how to become a
Avoid multiple clients as a new freelance writer! Avoid it like a plague! I know you must have spent money subscribing to that freelance platform, but now you have accepted gigs from three clients at the same time. Repeat after me: I, include your name, I’m too young to run mad. Depending on the complexity
My worst nightmare when it comes to using job boards is searching for jobs that relate to my skills. You can literally spend hours searching with the right keywords before finding that perfect job that meets your skills, only for you to start the application process and find out the job has been given to
Have you ever run a search for blogging jobs? There are a million and one jobs available on the internet for bloggers. One is left to wonder how blogging became one of the most in-demand tech jobs in the world. Decades ago, when the very first blog post was written, who would have believed that
Campfire Writing can be likened to a mall for writers where they can purchase every item needed to prepare that delicacy. It was first designed for science fiction and fantasy writers/authors but it now has a more robust program that all authors can benefit from. If you are a creative writer, Campfire Writing will
Have you been in search of some tools for writers in 2024? Look no further; we’ve got you covered. For aspiring and established writers alike, navigating the writing landscape can be both exhilarating and daunting. While the power of a pen (or keyboard) and imagination are your core tools, various other resources can streamline your
There are core responsibilities freelance writer or writers need to adopt. These responsibilities form a good background for a freelance writer to thrive in a competitive industry. Freelancing has exploded in popularity in recent years, with over 57 million Americans working as freelancers in 2023 according to Upwork. This surge is fueled by the desire
